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Deborah O'Brien Obituary
Debbie worked as a crossing guard for the City of Pawtucket for nearly 10 years. Her love of photography resulted in her owning a franchise, The 'Sports Section', for over 5 years. Naturally artistic, she taught painting classes and had a passion for creating, building, restoration and design. Debbie cherished all animals, especially her dogs and backyard birds. She enjoyed shopping, daylong beach excursions, cooking, and gardening. Debbie's most endearing quality was her undeniable wit and satire as well as her uncanny ability to play devils advocate in almost every situation. Her greatest attribute was her perseverance; and her (self-proclaimed) utmost accomplishment was raising her two girls.
Debbie will be greatly missed and is survived by her two daughters, Danielle Kedioglou and her husband, Ippokratis, of New London, CT and Erin Durand and her husband, Shaun, of Warwick, RI; two grandchildren and counting; two sisters, Cheryl Wunschel and her husband, Ron, of Pawtucket and Jody Burgess of Warwick, RI; two nieces who were more like daughters, Elizabeth Koury and Nicole Rodrigues; dearest friends, Roxanne Lambert and Trish Mentzer; and honorary daughter, Rachael Poliquin; along with many other special nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Services and interment in Notre Dame Cemetery, Pawtucket, will be private. A mass including a celebration of her life will be held in the future, with details to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her honor to the "Three Angels Fund" (www.threeangelsfund.com or PO Box 4003 Middletown, RI 02842). Their incredible organization covered many of Debbie's medical bills. Funeral arrangements are entrusted with CHEETHAM Funeral Home, 1012 Newport Avenue, Pawtucket.
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Helen Rabbitt
May 23, 2020
Dear Cheryl so sorry to hear about your sister Debby.my condolences to you and all of Debby's family Helen rabbitt
Susan and Ed Kelliher
May 17, 2020
Danielle,Erin and family,
So very sorry for the loss of your mom. I have some special memories that go back many decades. She was strong, resilient, brave,funny, talented, sensible, caring and most of all, put her heart and soul into her girls. This will be a very difficult journey for you both. Find the strength in your memories and strong love for your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Please find comfort in knowing that she is resting peacefully.
David Linke
May 15, 2020
Danielle, Erin and Family,
Debbie and I spent many afternoons shooting photos for the Sports Section.
She never got frazzled, kept her cool and always a wry comment.
I always will remember Debbie fondly.
My deepest sympathies
Dave Linke
Pawtucket
Jo-Ann Vaudry
May 14, 2020
Cheryl and Family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time.
She was a great sister and mom. Always with you and never forgotten.
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Laurie Bourassa
May 14, 2020
Our deepest condolences. Debbie was an angel walking among us. She had a heart of gold and when she smiled she also smiled so intently through her eyes when she was with you. I enjoyed the times that I was able to be around her. She will be missed. Please know now that she is still your angel, but now.... from above. ❤
Love,
Laurie, Mark, Sarah and Emma
Karen Douglas
May 14, 2020
Debbie was a very caring person. Creative and could do anything she set her mind to. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Mona Waters
May 14, 2020
Nicole, I am so sorry for your loss. Your Aunt was a special woman. She put a smile on everyone's face and always had one on hers. May she rest in peace.
Janis Krotsis
May 14, 2020
My sincere condolences. May your memory be eternal.
Rachel Dean
May 13, 2020
Danielle and Erin- I am so very sorry for your loss. Some of my most favorite childhood memories involve you guys and your mom. I will always remember camping, late afternoon trips to the beach, sleepovers where we barely slept and your mom so patiently asked us to go to sleep (and then I'm assuming pretended not to hear us anymore when we didn't). Your moms creativity and artistic eye was always something I envied. I remember thinking her art studio in the basement was the coolest thing and I thought I was the coolest kid on the block when I wore one of the sweatshirts she made (I think it had painted ducks on it or maybe bears).
Your mom was an amazingly strong, witty, wonderful woman who raised two strong, witty and wonderful daughters. She was so loved and will be so missed.
Thinking of you guys always. Love you!
Jean Gray
May 13, 2020
Denielle And Erin I am so sorry for your loss! Your Mom was a beautiful person inside and out! I have wonderful memories! God Bless you and your familys! Till we meet again! Jean And Gary Gray
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